Can you remove a password I don't know?

No. You must enter the correct password the PDF was protected with; this tool removes a password you already have, it does not crack unknown passwords.

Is my file uploaded anywhere?

No. The password is removed entirely in your browser, so your PDF and password never leave your device.

A normal PDF with the encryption removed, so it opens without prompting for a password in any viewer.

Unlock a password-protected PDF

Remove the password from a PDF you have permission to open. Enter the current password and download a normal, unprotected copy. Everything happens in your browser, so your file and password never leave your device.

Drop pdf file here, or click to browseMax 100 MB per file

How to unlock pdf

Upload the password-protected PDF.
Enter the password used to open it.
Click Unlock and download the unprotected PDF.

Frequently asked questions

Can you remove a password I don't know?: No. You must enter the correct password the PDF was protected with; this tool removes a password you already have, it does not crack unknown passwords.
Is my file uploaded anywhere?: No. The password is removed entirely in your browser, so your PDF and password never leave your device.
What do I get back?: A normal PDF with the encryption removed, so it opens without prompting for a password in any viewer.